Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Change
• Eco-design
• Packaging Waste Reduction
• Quality of Work Life
• Human Rights
• Business Ethics
• Senior Inclusion
• Solidarity between generations
• Customer Satisfaction

Environmental Achievements

• 10% reduction in CO2 eq emissions compared to 2020 (533,582 tonnes of CO2 eq released in 2021-2022)
• 46 tonnes of plastic packaging avoided due to new plastic-free packaging
• Approximately 15 tons of plastic recycled annually
• 38% reduction in plastic film used for mail and catalogues
• Over 3,000 pieces of used clothing collected for recycling

Social Achievements

• Launched an induction program for new colleagues
• Created a web series to highlight innovative projects and recruitment
• Published a monthly newsletter to improve internal communication
• Implemented actions to strengthen quality of work life, including a national QWL week and Human Week
• Conducted an employee survey on quality of work life with a 65% response rate
• Signed a rejuvenation agreement with the French State to create 55 jobs
• Implemented a policy of integrating young people through work-study programs

Governance Achievements

• Created a CSR Committee within the COMEX
• Implemented a whistle-blowing system called Transparency
• Developed a code of conduct in compliance with Sapin 2 anti-corruption regulation
• Conducted annual corruption risk mapping
• Implemented decentralized data protection governance with DPOs in each business unit

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing the carbon footprint of activities (especially Scope 3 emissions)
• Reducing single-use plastic packaging
• Improving the quality of work life
• Ensuring fair working conditions throughout the supply chain
• Maintaining customer satisfaction
• Addressing climate change
• Managing supply chain risks (including human rights violations)

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented action plans for energy efficiency, transport, and circular economy
• Developed more responsible products using recycled materials and eco-friendly processes
• Set ambitious goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions (50% by 2030)
• Implemented various initiatives to improve employee well-being and engagement
• Developed a responsible purchasing policy including social and environmental audits
• Established a whistle-blowing system and code of conduct to address ethical concerns
• Implemented measures to improve traceability and transparency in the supply chain

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Sustainable Purchasing Charter
• Supplier self-assessment questionnaires
• Social and environmental audits (ICS, BSCI)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes
• Market shifts

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GHG Protocol, UN Global Compact, European Green Taxonomy, Fashion Pact

Certifications: STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, ICS, BSCI

Third-party Assurance: Finexfi

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Thermolactyl® underwear made from recycled polyester
• Thermolactyl Sensitive® underwear
• Recycled Thermolactyl® duvets
• Damart Sport® products made with recycled fibres

Awards & Recognition

• Gold-Engagement mention at the Trophées de l’Economie Responsable

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Reducing environmental impact
• Responsible Business Conduct
• Promoting human capital
• Developing social commitment

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO2eq emissions by 41% in absolute terms compared to 2018-2019 (despite a 26.5% turnover decrease); relative reduction of 19%
• 33% of products in 2023-2024 collections are more responsible (11.23% in 2022-2023)
• 16% of total materials purchased by Damart and Xandres include recycled or organic fibers (0.07% in 2018-2019)
• Avoided emission of 6,000 tonnes of CO2eq per year through use of recycled/organic fibers
• Replaced polybags with recyclable cardboard packaging, glassine paper or kraft packaging at Damart
• Reduced plastic packaging waste by 39% compared to 2022-2023 (excluding Afibel)

Social Achievements

• Launched Damartex Human Weeks to promote quality of life at work
• Celebrated Damart's 70th anniversary with a convention for 600+ employees
• Implemented teleworking agreement for 8-12 days/month in several entities
• Reduced accident rate resulting in work stoppage to 34 (48 in 2022-2023)
• Improved Gender Equality Index scores in several entities
• Launched Xandres preloved program for collecting and reselling used clothing

Governance Achievements

• Established specialized committees (Audit, Remuneration, Ethics, Risk)
• Planning CSR committee creation
• Planning sustainable development training for governance members
• Implemented decentralized CSR approach with subsidiary-specific action plans
• Integrated CSR objectives into performance evaluation (up to 30%)
• Established a transversal CSR, Finance and Internal Control working group

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Supply chain risks (human rights, health & safety, environmental) due to geographical distance and national contexts
• Energy consumption in buildings and points of sale
• Environmental impact of transport and logistics
• Waste management (packaging, textile, electronic products)
• Customer return rates
• Underperformance of Almadia's catalogue sales

Mitigation Strategies

• Ethical purchasing policy (Responsible Purchasing Charter, buyer involvement, social audits, ICS membership)
• Energy efficiency measures (LED lighting, temperature reduction, building insulation)
• Promoting alternative transport modes (train, electric vehicles)
• Reducing plastic packaging, improving recyclability
• Analyzing return rates to improve product quality and delivery
• Restructuring Almadia to focus on pharmacy and service point channels

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Various numbers depending on brand and type of audit

Responsible Procurement

• Responsible Purchasing Charter
• ICS membership
• Social audits (ICS, BSCI)
• Supplier visits
• Supplier skills development schemes

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, UNGC, TCFD (partially)

Certifications: ISO 9001 (Santéol and Msanté), GOTS (Damart), GRS (Damart)

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Thermolactyl recycled fibers
• Recylactyl project
• Damart Sport with recycled fibers

Awards & Recognition

• GOLD level in CSR assessment "Scoring by Positive Company"